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Study says eating according to circadian rhythm may reduce diabetes risk; know more
Diabetes has become a growing health concern among people. According to the World Health Organization, about 422 million people have been diagnosed with it. Read this to know more.
Study says eating according to circadian rhythm may reduce diabetes risk; know more. (Image: iStock)
diabetes prevention, A recent study suggests that the time we eat may actually be important in eliminating our risk. diabetesThe study emphasizes the importance of adopting time-restricted eating (TRE) to help reduce the risk of diabetes while improving overall metabolic health. According to research, people who are at risk for diabetes may be able to prevent the disease by aligning their eating habits with their body’s circadian rhythm.
Diabetes has become a growing health concern among people. According to the World Health Organization, about 422 million people have been diagnosed with it.
For those unaware, the idea behind time-restricted eating is to consume all your food in a set amount of time – which is 8-10 hours. Then, you have to fast for the rest of the day. This has a direct impact on our blood sugar level.
Additionally, the study highlights the role of circadian rhythms in controlling our metabolism. It is important to know that our body follows a 24-hour biological clock that regulates hormone levels and digestion. It is important that you plan your meals around this clock.
Meanwhile, a team of researchers earlier said that a new injectable solution to prevent and treat the condition of hypoglycemia in people with diabetes. The study was published in the ACS Central Science Journal. Hypoglycemic is a condition in which the blood sugar level drops below normal, usually below 70 mg/dL. This condition is most common in people with diabetes who use insulin or other medications to lower blood sugar. Symptoms of the condition include tremors, sweating, dizziness, confusion, and in severe cases, seizures or fainting.
Hypoglycemia can be caused by skipping meals, excessive physical activity, or taking too much diabetes medication. Immediate treatment for hypoglycemia is to consume fast-acting carbohydrates such as juice or glucose tablets.
“Although more study is needed, the researchers say their proof of concept is a first step toward a new on-demand and effective method to prevent or reduce extremely low blood sugar levels,” the researchers said.
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